Microsoft claims, “Skype for Web is an important step for Skype as we move towards implementing the technology to make Real-Time Communications (RTC) on the web a reality.” The company also claims this is in response to multiple requests from users who “want to call and IM when they visit our website.”

It’s important to note that Skype for Web is still currently in beta, so users who do try it out may encounter bugs. Especially as this is a Microsoft product. Microsoft is actively seeking feedback from users via the Skype Community boards.

Once the update has been applied automatically, Echo owners can get the device to read an eBook using simple voice commands. You can even get Echo to start reading from the place you previously reached in a book using the Audible apps on Kindle or mobile.

Line states, “Popcorn Buzz can be used to talk with friends and family, catch up with classmates, make plans with club members, and more. Popcorn Buzz accommodates both personal and business usage, all for free.” Businesses could also use Popcorn Buzz.

Popcorn Buzz is initially available on Android, with an iOS version due at a later date. The app supports an impressive number of languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, and Chinese.

TumblrThe Unofficial, Beginner's Guide to TumblrThe Unofficial, Beginner's Guide to TumblrTumblr's the number one social networking site for people under 25. Clearly it's important, but it's a bit mystifying. It's less a blog than it is an anti-blog.Read More indexes GIFs using tags, which should mean searches for words and phrases used exclusively on Tumblr will deliver the right results. The GIF search engine is currently only available on the Web, but it should be added to Tumblr’s mobile apps sooner rather than later.

Most of the Netflix Originals which have driven the company’s growth of late will be available in the new territories. However, according to Variety, neither House of Cards or Orange Is the New Black will be available thanks to existing deals with television networks in those countries. Which is the downside of such a protracted roll-out.

All of these robots were taking part in the DARPA Robotics Challenge Finals over the weekend. It was eventually won by Team Kaist from South Korea, as their DRC-Hubo robot completed a series of tasks in the fastest time. However, seeing robots succeeding is scary, so it’s much more entertaining watching them fail.

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